Accord Vildagliptin 50mg Tablets
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise.
Dosage (summary)
The recommended dose is 50 mg once daily, which may be taken with or without food.
Onset of Action / Duration
The onset of action is typically within 1-2 hours, with peak effects occurring around 1-2 hours post-dose.
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Patients with renal impairment
- Patients with hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. It is not recommended during lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- May increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with other antidiabetic agents.
- Caution is advised when used with medications that affect renal function.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Vildagliptin or any component of the formulation.
- Severe renal impairment (eGFR < 30 mL/min).
- Type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Hypoglycemia
- Pancreatitis
Counselling Points
- Advise patients to monitor blood glucose levels regularly.
- Inform patients about the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia.
- Encourage adherence to diet and exercise recommendations.
Serious warnings
- Risk of pancreatitis; discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected.
- Monitor renal function periodically during treatment.
- Use with caution in patients with a history of heart failure.
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